Prime minister, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, stated on Tuesday that Pakistan is a peaceful country, and his government was determined to protect its sovereignty and the security of the surrounding area. In a statement on the fifth anniversary of Operation Swift Retort, the prime minister praised the professionalism and tenacity of Pakistan’s military forces. Two Indian jets that had breached Pakistani airspace were shot down by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on February 27, 2019. After being taken prisoner by Pakistan, one of the Indian pilots was eventually released as a peace offering. According to the prime minister, Pakistan’s armed forces have demonstrated their operational supremacy, refuting India’s assertions. “There is no reason to dispute Pakistan’s status as a peaceful nation that is committed to preserving its independence.